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18 January, 2026
 

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1. Supreme Court upholds extradition of Russian national to Russia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/supreme-court-upholds-extradition-of-russian-national-to-russia

The Supreme Court of Cyprus has dismissed an application filed by a detained Russian citizen seeking to block his extradition to the Russian Federation, where he is wanted to stand trial on large-scale tax evasion charges....

2. Identity of body found at sea on Wednesday still unconfirmed

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/identity-of-body-found-at-sea-on-wednesday-still-unconfirmed

Authorities are still waiting on DNA results after a man’s body was found in the sea off Cyprus’ southern coast, a discovery that has intensified speculation around the disappearance of a Russian businessman who vanished earlier this month....

3. Father on the run after allegedly helping sons flee attempted murder case in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/father-on-the-run-after-allegedly-helping-sons-flee-attempted-murder-case-in-limassol

Two brothers aged 30 and 20 have been remanded in custody for six days by the Limassol District Court in connection with an attempted murder that took place in central Limassol last month....

4. From presidential legacy to a Hollywood-style scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/from-presidential-legacy-to-a-hollywood-style-scandal

Former President of Cyprus George Vassiliou has died. Like the current president, he didn’t have a personal political party when elected....

5. Cyprus scrambles to contain fallout as EU commissioners arrive

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-scrambles-to-contain-fallout-as-eu-commissioners-arrive

With the EU’s top leadership arriving in Cyprus within hours, the Christodoulides government is scrambling to contain a political crisis that threatens to overshadow the country’s assumption of the EU Council Presidency....

6. Domestic violence reports rise in Cyprus as police panic button sees first emergency use

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/domestic-violence-reports-rise-in-cyprus-as-police-panic-button-sees-first-emergency-use

Reports of domestic violence to police increased in 2025, continuing a trend that authorities say reflects growing public trust and greater willingness by victims to come forward....

7. Political fallout continues over video linking Christodoulides to campaign funds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/political-fallout-continues-over-video-linking-christodoulides-to-campaign-funds

Political fallout continues over a video that surfaced on social media allegedly linking President Nikos Christodoulides to opaque fundraising practices during his election campaign....

8. Cyprus brings in US, UK, Israel and France over suspected hybrid attack video

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-brings-in-us-uk-israel-and-france-over-suspected-hybrid-attack-video

Cyprus has requested technical assistance from the United States, Israel, the United Kingdom and France as authorities investigate a leaked video that officials describe as a possible hybrid attack involving manipulated audiovisual material....

9. Cyprus police widen probe after ex-energy minister questioned over video

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-widen-probe-after-ex-energy-minister-questioned-over-video

Cyprus police are broadening an investigation into a controversial video that has triggered strong political fallout, after former energy minister George Lakkotrypis gave an official statement and submitted material now under forensic examination, authorities said....

10. Night patrol turns dangerous when armed poacher confronts game wardens

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/night-patrol-turns-dangerous-when-armed-poacher-confronts-game-wardens

A 66-year-old man was arrested late last night in the Paphos district after being caught during an alleged illegal hunting incident that escalated into a serious confrontation with game wardens....

11. Cyprus police dig into viral video, tracking who made and shared it

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-dig-into-viral-video-tracking-who-made-and-shared-it

Cyprus authorities are moving quickly to investigate a video posted by the ''Emily Thompson'' account on X, which has sparked a wave of political and institutional reactions across the island....

12. Unverified video roils Cyprus as officials cite possible attack on state

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unverified-video-roils-cyprus-as-officials-cite-possible-attack-on-state

Political tensions mounted in Cyprus on Thursday after a controversial video circulated on social media alleging illicit campaign financing linked to President Nikos Christodoulides, prompting demands for explanations, a police complaint by a former minister, and an investigation into what authorities described as possible “hybrid activity” against the Republic....

13. GBL found in Larnaca water cooler during poisoning investigation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/gbl-found-in-larnaca-water-cooler-during-poisoning-investigation

Authorities in Cyprus say a chemical known as GBL, a substance normally used in industrial cleaning and manufacturing, was found in a water cooler linked to the death of a 78-year-old man and the hospitalization of four others in the coastal city of Larnaca....

14. Assault complaint against MP Sykas withdrawn, but legal action continues

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/assault-complaint-against-mp-sykas-withdrawn-but-legal-action-continues

A complaint filed against MP Nikos Sykas has been withdrawn by his partner just days after it was submitted, according to information from judicial sources. ...

15. Parked car reduced to ashes in Ayia Napa afternoon blaze

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parked-car-reduced-to-ashes-in-ayia-napa-afternoon-blaze

A vehicle was completely destroyed by a fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon in Ayia Napa, prompting an investigation by multiple authorities....

16. Authorities say toxicology results hold the key in Larnaca death and hospitalizations

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/authorities-say-toxicology-results-hold-the-key-in-larnaca-death-and-hospitalizations

Police in Larnaca are investigating an unprecedented case that has left one man dead and four others hospitalized after they all consumed water from the same household water cooler within a 24-hour period....

17. Two arrested in Nicosia online scam that cost company €35,000

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-arrested-in-nicosia-online-scam-that-cost-company-€35-000

Authorities in Nicosia have arrested two young men, aged 20 and 21, in connection with an online fraud scheme that targeted a local company, police said Monday. A third suspect, 22, remains at large as investigators continue their work....

18. DISY MP Nicos Sykas denies assault allegation, removed from candidate list

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/disy-mp-nicos-sykas-denies-assault-allegation-removed-from-candidate-list

The political fallout continues after a woman filed a complaint accusing her partner, DISY Member of Parliament Nicos Sykas, of assault. Sykas has publicly denied the allegations and said he is ready to give a statement to authorities....

19. Woman accuses sitting Cyprus MP of beating her while abroad

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-accuses-sitting-cyprus-mp-of-beating-her-while-abroad

A serious complaint has been filed against a sitting member of parliament, with a woman accusing the MP of beating her during the holiday period while the two were abroad, a case that is now triggering legal, political and institutional alarm bells. ...

20. Series of fires reported in three districts across Cyprus over last two days

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/series-of-fires-reported-in-three-districts-across-cyprus-over-last-two-days

A series of unrelated fire incidents were reported over the past two days in three different districts of Cyprus (Paphos, Limassol, and Larnaca), prompting the mobilization of the Police and Fire Service authorities....

21. Nationwide Police crackdown leads to 11 arrests in overnight operation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nationwide-police-crackdown-leads-to-11-arrests-in-overnight-operation

Police carried out a large-scale overnight operation across urban areas as part of an ongoing strategy to prevent serious crime, protect the public, and maintain public order. ...

22. Limassol hit by separate arson incidents during Christmas period (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-hit-by-separate-arson-incidents-during-christmas-period-video

Authorities in Limassol are investigating two separate arson incidents reported within hours of each other during the Christmas period, raising concerns about fire-related vandalism in the coastal city....

23. Nearly €200,000 in assets seized after major drug bust

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-€200-000-in-assets-seized-after-major-drug-bust

Authorities have frozen assets worth almost €200,000 belonging to a 34-year-old man already facing serious drug charges, following a deepening financial probe into his activities....

24. 85-year-old suffers skull and rib fractures after being attacked by intruder inside his home

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/85-year-old-suffers-skull-and-rib-fractures-after-being-attacked-by-intruder-inside-his-home

An 85-year-old man was seriously injured after being attacked during a robbery at his home in Cyprus’s Nicosia district, according to police....

25. Police launch nationwide traffic crackdown for Christmas and New Year holidays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-launch-nationwide-traffic-crackdown-ahead-of-christmas-and-new-year

The Cyprus Police are significantly intensifying road safety and law enforcement operations throughout the holiday period, placing priority on the protection of citizens and the prevention of serious road collisions....

26. Knife attack reported after violent clash on busy Limassol street

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/knife-attack-reported-after-violent-clash-on-busy-limassol-street

A violent altercation involving several Syrian nationals broke out Saturday evening on Anexartisias Street, one of Limassol’s busiest areas, leaving one person injured....

27. Former ministers in the crosshairs: Anti-corruption probe points to criminal liability in Trimiklini scandal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/former-ministers-in-the-crosshairs-anti-corruption-probe-points-to-criminal-liability-in-trimiklini-scandal

Cyprus’s Anti-Corruption Authority has concluded that senior former government officials may bear criminal responsibility in connection with a major tourism development in Trimiklini that operated for years without proper authorization....

28. Electricity Authority fined €40,000 over fatal workplace safety failures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/electricity-authority-fined-€40-000-over-fatal-workplace-safety-failures

The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) has been ordered to pay a €40,000 fine after being found guilty of serious workplace safety violations linked to a fatal on-the-job accident....

29.  Cyprus police probe after high school students post Nazi images online

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-police-probe-after-high-school-students-post-nazi-images-online

Authorities are moving swiftly after photos circulated online showing a group of Larnaca high school students giving Nazi salutes, drawing swastikas, and sharing extremist ideology....

30. Serious crime is rising in Cyprus, and it’s not just break-ins anymore

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/serious-crime-is-rising-in-cyprus-and-it-s-not-just-break-ins-anymore

Serious crime in Cyprus is going up again, slowly, quietly, but steadily, and the latest official figures suggest it’s becoming a trend rather than a one-off spike....

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